BSc Hons Computer Science at Salford University

Studied Access to IT course

Returning to education, I completed a 1 year Access to IT course at City College, Manchester, in order to gain a place at Salford University. I achieved 28 credits, more than the 24 credits required to claim my place.

This was my first introduction to programming, building windows form applications with Visual Basic 6. I built a whac-a-mole style "Santa Chase" game and an interactive Christmas card with a customisable message, randomised tune, flashing christmas tree lights cover

Started as Revenue Officer at HMRC

After my temporary role finished, I secured a full-time job at a higher pay grade.

My role was working in a Call Centre that covered various areas of taxation including Pay As You Earn (PAYE) enquiries, helping customers complete Self Assessment tax returns and later, tax credits.

I learnt valuable soft skills dealing with customers that were often upset or angry. I enjoyed the challenge of solving difficult problems for customers and explaining complex legislation to customers from many different background in a way that was easy to understand.

Finished School

Left Parrenthorn High School with 10 A-C GCSE's including A for History, B's for Double Award Science, Geography, English Language, French etc.

Outside of school I was a member of the Interact Club of Prestwich and Whitefield. Interact was the junior affiliation of the Rotary club, an organisation of local businesses that raise funds for good caused in the local area. In my time I occupied the prestigious roles of Treasurer and President.